Blaenau Gwent Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,306 per year (£231 per month over the standard 10-month Blaenau Gwent payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Blaenau Gwent for 2025/26 is £2,306 a year for a Band D property, about £231 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,537, Band H reaches £4,612. That puts Blaenau Gwent 16% above the Wales average.
All bands for Blaenau Gwent
Wales uses 9 bands (A–I) based on April 2003 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £44,000 | £1,537 | £154 |
| B | £44,001 – £65,000 | £1,794 | £179 |
| C | £65,001 – £91,000 | £2,050 | £205 |
| D | £91,001 – £123,000 | £2,306 | £231 |
| E | £123,001 – £162,000 | £2,818 | £282 |
| F | £162,001 – £223,000 | £3,331 | £333 |
| G | £223,001 – £324,000 | £3,843 | £384 |
| H | £324,001 – £424,000 | £4,612 | £461 |
| I | Over £424,000 | £5,381 | £538 |
Annual rates include police, fire, and parish precepts where applicable. Monthly figures assume the standard 10-month UK billing cycle (April to January). Many councils offer 12-month instalments on request.
Discounts and exemptions in Blaenau Gwent
The following discounts apply across Wales and Blaenau Gwent specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Blaenau Gwent Council's website.
- 100%Full-time students. A property occupied entirely by full-time students is fully exempt from council tax.
- 100%Severe mental impairment. Households where every adult has a diagnosed severe mental impairment are fully exempt.
- 1 bandDisability reduction. Properties with specific disability adaptations are charged at the rate for one band lower.
- VariesEmpty or unfurnished property. Blaenau Gwent sets its own discount level (typically 0% to 100% for the first few weeks). Many councils apply a premium after 1 to 5 years of vacancy.
How Blaenau Gwent compares
Blaenau Gwent's Band D rate of £2,306 is 16% above the Wales average (Wales average: £1,987). The UK as a whole ranges from roughly £1,000 (Westminster) up to over £2,500 (Nottingham, Rutland).
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Blaenau Gwent council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Blaenau Gwent for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Blaenau Gwent is £2306 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1537, Band H is £4612. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Blaenau Gwent?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1537 per year in Blaenau Gwent. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations; under £44,000 at 2003 valuations in Wales).
Does Blaenau Gwent offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Blaenau Gwent, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Blaenau Gwent Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Blaenau Gwent?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Blaenau Gwent is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Blaenau Gwent review or change council tax rates?▾
Blaenau Gwent sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2306 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Blaenau Gwent compare to nearby councils?▾
Blaenau Gwent's Band D rate of £2306 is 16% above the Wales average. Closest comparable authorities: Merthyr Tydfil (£2316), Powys (£2295), Neath Port Talbot (£2150).
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Band D rates sourced from the Welsh Revenue Authority and individual local authority publications for the 2025/26 financial year.
Other bands are computed using the statutory band ratios. Final amount on your specific property may differ if you qualify for discounts or if parish precepts vary within the local authority. Always confirm withBlaenau Gwent Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.